Arrr, the grand Meta Quest 3 feature that me heart yearned for might be demandin' a hefty toll, matey!
2023-09-06
Arrr! The cursed Meta Quest 3 dock I be anticipatin' may cost a whole treasure chest more than me plunderin' heart reckoned. Aye, me excitement be shrinkin' faster than a deflated parrot!
The Meta Quest 3 launch event is approaching, and anticipation for the new VR headset is at its peak. However, a recent leak suggests that the feature I was most excited about may require an expensive add-on. Online retailer UnboundXR.eu briefly listed prices for several Quest 3 accessories, including a carrying case, an Elite Strap with Battery, a Silicone Face Interface, and a Charging Dock. The Charging Dock, in particular, disappointed me as it was my favorite feature of the previous Meta Quest Pro headset.According to the leak, the Charging Dock may cost €149.99, which is roughly a third of the price of the new Meta Quest 3. This comes as a surprise, as the previous Meta Quest Pro included the dock in its price. While these leaks should be taken with a grain of salt, as they may be placeholder prices, it is still disheartening for those hoping to receive the dock with the cheaper headset.
Furthermore, separate leaks suggest that the Quest 3 may not be compatible with Quest 2 accessories, meaning users would need to purchase new add-ons. This includes the headset strap, which has a different design compared to the Quest 2 Elite strap. However, I'm still hopeful that my Quest Pro charging dock will be compatible with the Quest 3, although the new dock's design does not look promising.
Overall, if these leaks are accurate, it seems that upgrading to Meta's latest VR hardware may come with additional costs. It's important to keep these potential expenses in mind when considering the Quest 3.